1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
